Electric start-up
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General Motors Corp seems to have a lead among US auto makers in the development of electric cars. The vehicles, which use lead-acid batteries, an AC induction motor and an aerodynamic chassis, still have range limitations and other problems but the overall progress is impressive.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1992
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A jolt for your car
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A description is presented of the advances which are being made in the design and capabilities of the electrical systems of automobiles. These include electric brakes, starter-alternators, power steering and heating.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 2001
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BMW's electric debut
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BMW's E1 is an electric concept car introduced at the 1991 Frankfurt Automobile Show. The car weighs less than 2,000 pounds, uses a water-cooled motor, and will achieve a maximum speed of 80 miles per hour.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1991
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